Edward Benson-Cooper

Edward Benson-Cooper was born May, 1988 in Auckland, New Zealand. He is a Company Director, Board Member, dedicated Health Practitioner and founder of a Multidisciplinary Health Clinic.

A Rosmini College school graduate, Edward attended AUT and the New Zealand College of Chiropractic (NZCC), receiving his Diploma in Applied Science and Bachelor of Chiropractic. After graduating, Edward relocated to Queensland, Australia, where he worked for two years, learning from mentors both locally and internationally.
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Upon returning to New Zealand, Edward Founded his own Health Clinic and was elected onto the Waitemata District Health Board in 2016, making him the current youngest serving member. He now holds a number of trusted positions on various Committees (seen below). Most recently (2021), he was accepted as a member of the Professional Conduct Committee (PCC), for the New Zealand Chiropractic Board.
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Sponsorship at the Guinness World Record 24-hour Tyre Flip
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Meeting Hon. Helen Clark at a DHB speaking event
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Running the stunning Honolulu Marathon

-  Governance  -
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Waitemata District Health Board Member
Currently serving as:
  • Chair, Disability Support Advisory Committee;
  • Deputy Chair, Hospital Advisory Committee;
  • Committee Member, WDHB Audit & Finance;
2016 - Present
Board of Trustee Positions
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​Wilson Home Trust
​Three Harbours Health Foundation

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​2016 - Present
​2019 - Present
Other

NZCB Professional Conduct Committee (PCC)
​Health Link North


2021 - Present
​2016 - 2019

-  Professional Memberships  -
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​Institute of Directors in New Zealand (IoD) - Member

Consumer New Zealand - Member 

New Zealand Chiropractic Association - Member
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The Networking Group - Member 
2020 - Present

2020 - Present

2016 - Present
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​2014 - Present

-  Education  -
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​Bachelor of Chiropractic
New Zealand College of Chiropractic

Diploma in Applied Science 
Auckland University of Technology
2012


​2007

Waitemata District Health Board

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First Meeting of the Consumer Council, 2019
The Waitemata District Health Board is in a phase of significant growth and transformation. It covers a large geographical area and is the largest and fastest growing area in the country.

Edward's Key Priorities
  • ​Greater service integration and more efficient resource allocation
  • Front-line staff to be better supported
  • Increased investment in the Waitakere area
  • Prioritising preventative healthcare
  • Emphasis on health consumers and communities first​

Harbourside Chiropractic

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Adjusting Patients at Power Lifting Competition
A strong appreciation for health, wellness and family was the foundation that led Edward to Chiropractic. Studying and graduating from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, he holds a Bachelor of Chiropractic and Diploma in Applied Science.

Edward continues to gain a wealth of clinical expertise and knowledge from many leaders, both internationally and within New Zealand and runs his own practice in Milford, Auckland.

Health & Fitness

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Hitting Heavy Things
Along with being an active Health Professional and serving on the Waitemata District Health Board, Edward holds a strong interest in sports, exercise and nutrition, with a particular focus in strength and functional training.

“Exercise strengthens the entire human machine – the heart, the brain, the blood vessels, the bones and the muscles. The most important thing you can do for your long term health is lead an active life.”